How To Fix SH710 - No documentation available for field &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SH - SAPhelp messages

• Message number: 710

• Message text: No documentation available for field &

What causes this issue?

The system does not have any documentation for this field.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SH710 - No documentation available for field & ?

  The SAP error message SH710 ("No documentation available for field &") typically indicates that there is no help documentation or field documentation available for a specific field in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to access field help in a transaction or when using certain reports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Documentation: The most common cause is that the field in question has not been documented in the system. This can happen if the field is custom or if the documentation has not been maintained by the developers or configuration team.
  Field Not Supported: The field may not be part of the standard SAP documentation, especially if it is a custom field or part of a custom development.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the documentation for that field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Documentation: If you have access to the development environment, you can check if the field has documentation associated with it. This can be done by navigating to the field in the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and checking the documentation tab.
  Maintain Documentation: If the field is custom and lacks documentation, you can create or maintain the documentation using transaction SE11 or SE80. This involves adding descriptions and help texts for the field.
  Consult with Developers: If you are not able to maintain the documentation yourself, consult with your SAP development team to ensure that the necessary documentation is created for the field.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to view field documentation. If not, contact your SAP security team to adjust your permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary - to view and maintain field documentation.
  SE80: Object Navigator - to explore various objects including fields and their documentation.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to documentation for specific fields.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to access and interpret field documentation within the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.